Simon Pegg, the writer and star of hit films Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, has urged people to back Godmanchester animal charity Wood Green.

Pegg sent a message to his 4.1 million twitter followers today urging them to get behind their latest campaign.

The actor, a dog lover, was backing Wood Green’s call to anyone who has re-homed a pet to share videos of the newest member of their family to, “celebrate the happiness each animal brings to its new home”.

A spokesperson said: “We are delighted that Simon Pegg has shown his support and come to the rescue of Wood Green.

“Following our appeal for rehomers to send in their video clips of their animals, Simon has tweeted a message to his four million followers.

“The clips will feature in a new video, celebrating the amazing people who open their homes to previously abandoned and unwanted pets.”